Transparent lightboard

  The “lightboard” is a transparent board that is placed between the instructor and the camera

Enables the instructor to face the camera while teaching

Instructor can simultaneously write (including equations) and draw on the transparent whiteboard using a special neon marker

LED’s are placed along the edges of the “lightboard” such that it illuminates the board and makes the writing “pop out” (Total internal reflection of light)

Image is “flipped” using either a mirror or via technology

BENEFITS 

Instructors can make eye contact with students

More engaging delivery

Graphics can be superimposed on the lightboard

  Easy to demonstrate things (experiential learning)

Facilitates Active learning/ Self paced learning/ Flipped mode

Students like the enhanced level of interaction/ engagement with the instructor.